Augmented Reality and Exhibit Design to Improve Learning in a Science Museum

• In Event: Scaffolding Self-Directed Learning in Technology-Enhanced Environments

Abstract

The ARIEL project (Augmented Reality for Interpretive and Experiential Learning) has piloted and studied the impact of a field-tested, exportable, and replicable system for the overlay of augmented reality (AR) interfaces onto fixed-position science museum exhibit devices. The goal was the creation of an open-source exhibit platform that uses digital scientific visualizations to transform visitor interaction with traditional hands-on exhibits by merging the experiential and interpretive aspects of the encounter.

Authors

• Susan A. Yoon, University of Pennsylvania

• Karen J. Elinich, The Franklin Institute

• Joyce Lin, Knowles Science Teaching Foundation

• Emma Anderson, University of Pennsylvania

• Karen Derman, University of Pennsylvania